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Nefarious

Name: Nefarious
Director: Richard Rowntree
Released: 2019
Duration: 78 min

Representation Score

2.1/10

Limited

2019

Director

Richard Rowntree

Runtime

78 minutes

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Nefarious is a film that focuses on a deep, philosophical and theological debate. It prioritizes reinforcing established moral hierarchies over showcasing diverse perspectives. The story centers on a tight, intellectual confrontation between a psychiatrist and a prisoner, which limits the exploration of characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity and challenges to traditional social structures. The film's structure is designed to highlight spiritual and clinical authority, leaving little room for diverse viewpoints or the subversion of conventional social norms.

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Category Breakdown

Does Nefarious have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on its central male protagonists and does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories about non-cisgender identities.

How does Nefarious portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around two male characters who engage in intellectual debates. Female characters appear in supporting roles but do not have the power to drive the main argument.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Nefarious?

Limited

The cast is mostly made up of people from similar backgrounds, without much diversity. The characters do not bring in different cultural perspectives to challenge the status quo.

How does Nefarious represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The film is deeply rooted in traditional Christian ideas, presenting a clear distinction between good and evil. It emphasizes singular religious beliefs rather than exploring modern moral ambiguity.

Does Nefarious include disability representation?

Fair

Mental health issues are discussed from a medical perspective to support theological arguments. The portrayal focuses more on the metaphysical aspects rather than the lived experiences of those with mental health conditions.

Present on Screen

The film provides a profound, intellectual examination of the nature of evil and the limits of clinical diagnosis.
It features a tightly focused, dialogue-driven confrontation that delves into complex theological and psychological themes.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks racial and ethnic diversity, featuring a predominantly homogeneous cast.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ individuals or non-cisgender identities.
Female characters do not have the power to influence the central philosophical or intellectual debates.
Disability is portrayed more as a metaphorical tool rather than a nuanced exploration of lived experiences.

Official Synopsis

Darren, Lou, Jo and Mas live a meager existence on the fringes of poverty. Indebted to the criminal kingpin of their social housing development, they routinely fear for their lives. On the other side of town, the already wealthy Marcus and his disabled brother Clive receive a windfall in the form of a winning lottery ticket. When their worlds collide following a botched robbery, the would-be criminals get more than they bargained for, and will be tested to their limits in a desperate attempt to survive a predator of monstrous proportions.

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